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UID:5712@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140305T000000
DTEND:20140305T235900
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:8:00 am Mass\, 4:00 pm Distribution of Ashes\, 6:30 pm Mass
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5708@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140308T000000
DTEND:20140308T235900
SUMMARY:Retreat for Grade 8 Students
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5705@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140316T183000
DTEND:20140316T200000
SUMMARY:Living Rosary for Grade 9 Students
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Knights of Columbus
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5707@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140330T000000
DTEND:20140330T235900
SUMMARY:Confirmation Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:Confirmation Rehearsal will begin immediately following the 10
:30 am Mass.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5704@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140404T190000
DTEND:20140404T235900
SUMMARY:Confirmation
DESCRIPTION:Confirmation with Bishop Cote
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5701@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140406T183000
DTEND:20140406T200000
SUMMARY:Frank Runyeon's Lenten Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Presentations of &quot\;sermon on the Mount&quot\; and &quot\;
Hollywood vs. Faith&quot\; will be given by Frank Runyeon. Open to all par
ishioners.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:6976@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140411T190000
DTEND:20140411T210000
SUMMARY:&quot\;Secrets of the Mass&quot\;
DESCRIPTION:Stations of the Cross begins at 7pm. Following this (~7:45pm)\
, Fr. Paul will speak about the history and the mystery of the Mass.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8662@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140415T103000
DTEND:20140415T235900
SUMMARY:Chrism Mass Norwich Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Blessing of the Oil of the Sick and the Oil of the Catechumens
.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8659@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140418T120000
DTEND:20140418T133000
SUMMARY:Good Friday Ecumenical Walk
DESCRIPTION:Begins at the Church of St. Mary and processes with the cross
to several other churches\, ending at the Trinity Church.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8664@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140418T200000
DTEND:20140418T235900
SUMMARY:Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Paul will be available for Reconciliation after Veneration
of the Cross.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:8663@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140419T100000
DTEND:20140419T235900
SUMMARY:Blessing of the Easter Meal
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Paul will gladly bless your meal/food for Easter.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5702@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140426T100000
DTEND:20140426T235900
SUMMARY:First Communion for Tuesday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Grade 2 classes that meet on Tuesday
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:5703@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140426T140000
DTEND:20140426T235900
SUMMARY:First Communion for Wednesday Classes
DESCRIPTION:Grade 2 students that meet on Wednesday
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:9261@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140518T233000
DTEND:20140518T235900
SUMMARY:Fr. Paul Welcome Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we welcome Fr. Paul as our official Pastor.
Any help with sandwiches and desserts is greatly appreciated- sign up shee
ts will be available.
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UID:7211@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20140805T000000
DTEND:20140805T235900
SUMMARY:Interfaith Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:57799@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20141107T190000
DTEND:20141107T235900
SUMMARY:Fr. Paul's Presentation on the American Saints &amp\; Book &quot\;
Fearless&quot\;
DESCRIPTION:Sure to be a wonderful and informative evening. Books will be
available for purchase &amp\; signing.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:57564@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20141109T140000
DTEND:20141109T235900
SUMMARY:Red\, White\, &amp\; Blue Mass
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:57795@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20141123T190000
DTEND:20141123T235900
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service
DESCRIPTION:All the curches of Portland will be participating in the eveni
ng of prayer\, song\, and thanksgiving. Please bring a food item for the P
ortland Food Bank with you and don't forget to enjoy refreshments in the P
arish Hall afterwards.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:74134@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150101T000000
DTEND:20150101T235900
SUMMARY:Mary Mother of God Holy Day
DESCRIPTION:5:00 pm on Wednesday (Dec 31st)\, 10:00 am on Thursday (Jan 1s
t).
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:61720@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150104T140000
DTEND:20150104T235900
SUMMARY:Portland Ecumenical Music Concert &amp\; Christmas Pageant
DESCRIPTION:Reach Out! A Celebration of Life and the New Year - an ecumeni
cal choir concert featuring Portland and East Hampton churches\, hosted by
our parish. In addition to our Adult and Junior choirs\, the program will
feature our third grade Religious Education students presenting their lov
ely version of the Christmas story. Donations of non-perishable food items
will be gratefully accepted and distributed to local food banks. Dessert
reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Come and join us!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:106369@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150316T190000
DTEND:20150316T200000
SUMMARY:Annual Deanery Wide Reconciliation Event
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the Sacrament of Penance at the Deanery Reconci
liation event at St. Pius X. Priests from local Parishes will be available
to meet with you. Contact St. Pius X for more information 860-347-4441
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:92043@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150317T190000
DTEND:20150319T235900
SUMMARY:Lead Us to the Water
DESCRIPTION:Join the Music Ministry for a Lenten parish mission with Tom K
endzia - March 17\, 18\, and 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the church. Click on this
event for more information.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:103090@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150329T140000
DTEND:20150329T235900
SUMMARY:Music &amp\; Meditation for Palm Sunday
DESCRIPTION:The choirs of Saint Sebastian Church\, Middletown\, directed b
y Gina Fredericks\, and Saint Mary Church\, Portland directed by Jeanne Sa
molik\, will present excerpts from &quot\;The Last Week&quot\;\, a cantata
by John W. Peterson. This beautiful work chronicles the last seven days o
f Jesus' life on earth\, leading to His death and resurrection. The concer
t will be presented at Saint Mary Church\, Portland on Palm Sunday\, March
29\, 2015 at 2 p.m. Please join us.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:112757@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150418T160000
DTEND:20150418T190000
SUMMARY:Ham &amp\; Bean Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious meal while helping the Portland Travel Club
&amp\; KoC Charities. Tickets: $10\; call Dan Sanstrom\, GK @ 860 342-5425
or other Knights. Open for link to flyer with more information.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:126117@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150507T183000
DTEND:20150507T235900
SUMMARY:National Day of Prayer Service
DESCRIPTION:Come join our community for a wonderful evening of prayer\, si
nging\, sharing\, and encouragement! Refreshments and fellowship will foll
ow the service. This is an ecumenical event and all are welcome!!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:132877@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150625T063000
DTEND:20150625T235900
SUMMARY:ICE CREAM SOCIAL!!
DESCRIPTION:The Century Club's Annual Ice Cream Social will be Thursday ni
ght. All are welcome. Come join the fun\, sign up as a member for next yea
r\, and possibly win something! End of the Year Raffle drawings will be he
ld for current members\, door prize open to all. This is the only club tha
t you can join that your only task is to hope your name is drawn for the w
eekly $50 prize. Membership is $50 - part goes to the weekly prizes\, part
goes directly to the Church.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176288@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150905T090000
DTEND:20150905T120000
SUMMARY:Car Wash and Tag Sale
DESCRIPTION:Clean car\, treasures for home\, even hotdogs and drinks! Don'
t miss it.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176239@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150913T170000
DTEND:20150913T235900
SUMMARY:Teen Mass is Back!
DESCRIPTION:Come one come all.... Pizza will be served for all youth follo
wing the Mass. Please consider joining our wonderful youth group! Any supp
ort from the Parish as a whole is also appreciated.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176302@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150917T173000
DTEND:20150917T235900
SUMMARY:Annual Pot Luck Dinner
DESCRIPTION:ALL WOMEN INVITED!!! Bring a dish to share and share in on the
dish.. there are some exciting things planned that will be revealed tonig
ht...!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176281@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20150920T140000
DTEND:20150920T235900
SUMMARY:Susan Conroy Presentation on Mother Teresa
DESCRIPTION:Come listen as Susan talks about her experiences with Blessed
Teresa of Calcutta! World renowned author\, speaker\, and tv host will sur
ely inspire you!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176275@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20151003T100000
DTEND:20151004T235900
SUMMARY:Quilt Show &amp\; Sale!!
DESCRIPTION:Our own Tuesday Night Quilters will be hosting a fabulous disp
lay of quilts of all sizes and styles. Many of them will be for sale along
with other wonderful hand-made gifts. Get your Christmas shopping done an
d Ensure a cozy winter! And don't miss out on the raffles. Saturday 10am-6
pm Sunday 9am-3pm
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:176303@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20151107T090000
DTEND:20151107T140000
SUMMARY:HOLIDAY FAIR
DESCRIPTION:Their biggest fundraiser of the year... don't miss the breakfa
st and lunch &quot\;Cafe&quot\; operated by our KofC\, raffles\, crafts\,
baked goods\,....mmmmm!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:237622@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160110T140000
DTEND:20160110T235900
SUMMARY:Christmas Pageant &amp\; Ecumenical Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the annual student Christmas Pageant as re-enac
ted by the grade 3 students of our faith formation program\, followed by a
wonderful collection of songs presented by 7 local churches. All are welc
ome and refreshments will be available after.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:255948@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160210T000000
DTEND:20160210T235900
SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:8:00 a.m. (Mass &amp\; ashes)\, 4:00 p.m. (ashes only)\, 6:30
p.m. (Mass &amp\; ashes)
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:242326@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160212T000000
DTEND:20160212T235900
SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross at St. Mary Church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:242327@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160219T000000
DTEND:20160219T235900
SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross at ST. Mary Church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:242328@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160226T000000
DTEND:20160226T235900
SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross at St. Mary Church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:275380@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160304T190000
DTEND:20160304T235900
RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20160319;BYDAY=FR
SUMMARY:Stations of the Cross at St. John\, Middletown
DESCRIPTION:Come early (6 p.m.) to enjoy a Lenten meal of soup and bread.
Then stations will begin at 7 p.m.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:242320@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160308T183000
DTEND:20160308T200000
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:275374@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160314T190000
DTEND:20160316T203000
SUMMARY:Lent Parish Mission with Alice Camille
DESCRIPTION:Monday 3/14\, Tuesday 3/15\, and Wednesday 3/16\, each night f
rom 7 - 8:30 p.m.\, Alice will be talking with us on &quot\;Life is the Qu
estion. Love is the Answer.&quot\; You won't want to miss hers talks.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:255950@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160324T000000
DTEND:20160324T235900
SUMMARY:Holy Thursday
DESCRIPTION:7:00 p.m. Mass of the Lord's Supper
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:255952@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160325T120000
DTEND:20160325T235900
SUMMARY:Good Friday Way of the Cross Walk
DESCRIPTION:12:00 p.m. Ecumenical Walk (starts at St. Mary Church). 7:00 p
.m. Passion of the Lord
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:255953@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160326T000000
DTEND:20160326T235900
SUMMARY:Holy Saturday
DESCRIPTION:10:00 a.m. Blessing of the Food (in the Gathering Space). 8:00
p.m. Easter Vigil
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:255954@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160327T000000
DTEND:20160327T235900
SUMMARY:EASTER
DESCRIPTION:Mass: 7:00 a.m.\, 8:30 a.m.\, 10:00 a.m.\, &amp\; 11:30 a.m.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:285031@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160510T190000
DTEND:20160510T235900
SUMMARY:National Day of Prayer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual Ecumenical National Day of Prayer Servi
ce. This evening of prayer &amp\; song will be enhanced by inspirational g
uest speaker: Casey Morley\, author of ?Crawling Out?. Goodwill offering c
ollected for New Horizons Women Shelter in Middletown\, CT. Refreshments w
ill be served after.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:242321@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160517T183000
DTEND:20160517T200000
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307437@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160519T180000
DTEND:20160519T235900
SUMMARY:Holy Hour
DESCRIPTION:Bishop Cote will be joining us for an hour of adoration\, pray
er\, and music. This is a parish-wide event to pray for vocations and the
future of our Catholic church.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307433@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160522T190000
DTEND:20160525T203000
SUMMARY:Retreat with Fr. Michael Sullivan
DESCRIPTION:Fr. Sullivan is a priest of the Augustinian Province of St. Th
omas of Villanova\, Pennsylvania. He makes his message known with a bit of
humor and fun. Fear is NOT a part of his talk. People leave with a smile
and a feeling of pride in being Catholic. Win\, Win!!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307436@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160612T120000
DTEND:20160612T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Picnic!!
DESCRIPTION:At Camp Ingersol - fun for the whole family! Get your tickets
ahead\, enjoy the food and games\, and then the evening will be completed
with the Teen Mass on-site at 4pm. Don&apos\;t miss it.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:275064@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160715T170000
DTEND:20160715T210000
SUMMARY:David Bordonaro Memorial Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Come to the David Bordonaro Memorial Car Show!!! Cost to enter
a car: $10. There will be food\, music\, and the #22 Joey Lagano car amon
g other excitement. Monies raised will be given to The Melanoma Society\,
the Knights of Columbus\, and the St. Mary Youth Group. Click here for mor
e information: http://www.carshowfinder.org/events/david-bordonaro-memoria
l-car-show_21700.htm
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:275391@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20160906T183000
DTEND:20160906T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:350129@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161002T140000
DTEND:20161002T235900
SUMMARY:Annual Anointing Mass of Healing and Hope
DESCRIPTION:All are invited to our annual communal celebration of the Sacr
ament of the Anointing Mass of Healing and Hope. A Mass is being added for
this special celebration which will take place during the liturgy at 2 pm
. Come be anointed or join in prayer for those who may be having physical
or emotional difficulties. You will have the opportunity to contemplate th
e icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. Join us in prayer\, song and dance
to bring praise and glory to God.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:369883@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161002T170000
DTEND:20161002T235900
RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;UNTIL=20170507;BYDAY=SU;BYSETPOS=1
EXDATE:20161204T170000
SUMMARY:Teen Mass
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to this upbeat celebration of the Eucharist. T
eens participate in all parts of the Mass and music. Usually concluded wit
h a fun event for the students.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:350127@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161014T190000
DTEND:20161014T201500
SUMMARY:Thérèse: The Story of a Soul
DESCRIPTION:Thérèse: The Story of a Soul\, is a moving\, one-woman\, live
professional production by Saint Luke Productions that you will not want t
o miss! Follow St. Therese on her life journey of faith and her exemplary
?little way? ?how to do ordinary things with extraordinary love. This insp
iring performance is filled with all the elements of professional theater\
, runs 75 minutes\, and is suitable for all ages. Admission is $10 for adu
lts\, and $5 for children ages 12 &amp\; under. For tickets and additional
information\, contact St. Mary Parish Office at 860-342-2328 st.mary.rect
ory@sbcglobal.net . Click for full description or go to www.ThereseDrama.c
om for more information.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307428@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161115T183000
DTEND:20161115T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:417727@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161204T170000
DTEND:20161204T235900
SUMMARY:Teen Mass
DESCRIPTION:Movie Night this month following Mass!! It will be a great tim
e. All are welcome to this upbeat celebration of the Eucharist. Teens part
icipate in all parts of the Mass and music. Usually concluded with a fun e
vent for the students.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:417731@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161224T000000
DTEND:20161224T235900
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Mass
DESCRIPTION:Masses will be at 4:00 pm\, 7:00 pm\, and 10:00 pm on Christma
s Eve.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:417732@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20161225T000000
DTEND:20161225T235900
SUMMARY:Christmas Day Mass
DESCRIPTION:Masses will be at 8:00 am and 10:30 am on Christmas Day. God b
less everyone!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307429@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170110T183000
DTEND:20170110T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:426414@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170115T140000
DTEND:20170115T235900
SUMMARY:Christmas Pageant &amp\; Ecumenical Concert
DESCRIPTION:REACH OUT - BE the CHANGE!! Join choirs from the Portland area
churches as they offer a free celebration of music and unity and also enj
oy the Annual Christmas Pageant presented by the grade 4 St Mary Faith For
mation students. Bring a non-perishable food item for the Portland Food Ba
nk.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:477854@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170311T090000
DTEND:20170311T150000
SUMMARY:&quot\;Almost&quot\; Spring Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a wonderful gathering of local talents and small bu
sinesses. Many handmade items will be for sale- perfect for the Easter bas
ket\, a friend&apos\;s birthday\, Mother&apos\;s Day\, a graduate....! Don
&apos\;t miss this March treat!!
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:477847@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170312T140000
DTEND:20170312T235900
SUMMARY:Relics of Christ&apos\;s Passion
DESCRIPTION:A unique collection of relics brought together in a program of
meditations\, music\, and prayers commemorating the events of the Passion
of Jesus Christ.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:477859@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170318T000000
DTEND:20170318T235900
SUMMARY:Babka Sale!!!!!
DESCRIPTION:Sale will be after each weekend Mass. Must pay ahead to order
a Babka. Delivered in time for Easter.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:453230@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170326T160000
DTEND:20170326T235900
SUMMARY:Celtic Fire Concert
DESCRIPTION:Portland Churches are sponsoring a wonderful concert to be hel
d at the Trinity Church Marxch 26th at 4pm. Through a blend of song\, poet
ry and instrumental music\, CitySingers of Hartford will celebrate the tim
elessness of the Celtic soul. In our performance\, these entrancing melodi
es (including reels and jigs!) will be accompanied by Celtic musicians kno
wn throughout our region for their mastery of Irish harp\, wooden flute\,
fiddle\, guitar\, mandolin\, concertina\, bodhrán\, double bass\, pipe org
an and highland pipes. Poetry about the rhythms of Celtic life will furthe
r reflect the richness of an enduring culture symbolized by the eternal fl
ame. Voluntary Offering to benefit The Portland Fuel &amp\; Food Banks. Ca
ll 860-342-0458 for more information
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307430@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170411T183000
DTEND:20170411T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:307432@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170509T183000
DTEND:20170509T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:485600@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170521T190000
DTEND:20170521T235900
SUMMARY:Late Nite Catechism
DESCRIPTION:A hilarious yet informative look at Catholicism. Prepare to be
educated and entertained while watching this longest running Off-Broadway
show. This is a comedy routine that still holds respect for the faith. Su
re to be a great night out - Tickets go on sale in April!!! Bring your fri
ends. This show will be appreciated by audience members of all faiths.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:607356@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20170916T000000
DTEND:20170917T235900
SUMMARY:Ministry Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come see all the ministries involved in the operations of our
church. Find your interests\, meet some people\, and join a new group. The
fair will be open after each Mass the weekend of Sept 16th &amp\; 17th.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:633363@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20171027T183000
DTEND:20171027T203000
SUMMARY:Hayride at Rose&apos\;s Berry Farm
DESCRIPTION:For grades 9-12. We will meet at Rose?s Berry Farm at 6:30 PM
and enjoy a Hayride\, S?mores\, and Apple Cider. Pick up time is 8:30 PM.
Please sign up by Oct 23rd and complete a permission form. Cost is $10 per
person.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:633365@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20171105T170000
DTEND:20171105T235900
SUMMARY:Teen Mass and Operation Christmas Child
DESCRIPTION:Mass begins at 5pm- all are invited. Immediately following\, t
he group will be filling shoe boxes with toys\, school supplies\, and hygi
ene items to be delivered to children in need around the world. Bring some
items\, help pack the boxes and enjoy PIZZA and desserts!! Come with a fr
iend .... earn service hours....spread joy.... ! All help is appreciated.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:608503@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20171114T183000
DTEND:20171114T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to all parishioners who would like to com
e and observe or offer input. Come find out what is being discussed for th
e future of our parish. The council depends on input from the parish as a
whole to best advise the Pastor and keep the church moving in the directio
n that best supports our community.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:613026@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20171119T140000
DTEND:20171119T235900
SUMMARY:Healing Harp and Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Marcie Swift\, a certified Music Practitioner and Psychologist
\, is trained in the Music for Healing and Transition Program and is comin
g to the Church of St Mary to guide others toward firmer ground of self-ac
ceptance\, freedom from fear\, and creative\, authentic living. Come enjoy
!! Program fee is $10.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:659262@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20171203T113000
DTEND:20171203T140000
SUMMARY:Advent Inter-generational Program
DESCRIPTION:All families are welcome to come to a wonderful event focused
on preparing for the arrival of Christ. Please make sure you respond to th
e Faith Office if you are attending (by 11/25/17).
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:608506@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180109T183000
DTEND:20180109T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to all parishioners who would like to com
e and observe or offer input. Come find out what is being discussed for th
e future of our parish. The council depends on input from the parish as a
whole to best advise the Pastor and keep the church moving in the directio
n that best supports our community.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:654450@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180113T120000
DTEND:20180114T235900
SUMMARY:Rock-A-Thon
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:724068@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180216T180000
DTEND:20180216T200000
RRULE:FREQ=WEEKLY;UNTIL=20180324;BYDAY=FR
EXDATE:20180316T180000
SUMMARY:Soup and Stations of the Cross
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday in Lent.... we come together as a family to remem
ber the events of the Passion of Christ\, Jesus&apos\; suffering in love f
or us . Soup is served at 6pm\, then the Stations of the Cross begin at 7p
m. Volunteers to make soup (meatless) are greatly appreciated - call the o
ffice 860-342-2328.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:721839@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180226T183000
DTEND:20180228T200000
SUMMARY:Lenten Mission with Alice Camille\, MDiv
DESCRIPTION:3-day Lenten Mission 6:30pm - 8:00pm each night: Monday 2/26 &
quot\;The Assembly Is NOT an Audience&quot\;\; Tuesday 2/27 &quot\;Are We
Church Yet?&quot\;\; Wednesday 2/28 &quot\;Ten Reasons for Being Catholic&
quot\;
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:608509@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180313T183000
DTEND:20180313T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to all parishioners who would like to com
e and observe or offer input. Come find out what is being discussed for th
e future of our parish. The council depends on input from the parish as a
whole to best advise the Pastor and keep the church moving in the directio
n that best supports our community.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:724071@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180316T180000
DTEND:20180316T200000
SUMMARY:Soup and Shadow Stations of the Cross - Presented by the St Mary P
arish Youth
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday in Lent.... we come together as a family to remem
ber the events of the Passion of Christ\, Jesus&apos\; suffering in love f
or us . Soup is served at 6pm\, then the Stations of the Cross begin at 7p
m. Volunteers to make soup (meatless) are greatly appreciated - call the o
ffice 860-342-2328. *This is a special Stations of the Cross presented by
the youth of the Church of St Mary. Please come and experience the Station
s in a new and living way.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:608512@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180508T183000
DTEND:20180508T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is open to all parishioners who would like to com
e and observe or offer input. Come find out what is being discussed for th
e future of our parish. The council depends on input from the parish as a
whole to best advise the Pastor and keep the church moving in the directio
n that best supports our community.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:768257@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180602T180000
DTEND:20180602T200000
SUMMARY:Fr. Paul&apos\;s 35th Anniversary of Ordination
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP to the parish office 860-342-2328.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:792195@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180612T183000
DTEND:20180612T235900
SUMMARY:Ice Cream Social!!! Annual Century Club Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come\, have a refreshing bowl of ice cream\, mingle\, and wish
for the best as the last Century Club drawings for the year occur. Don&ap
os\;t forget to sign up for next year&apos\;s $50 drawings before you leav
e!! All are welcome.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:792165@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180617T000000
DTEND:20180617T235900
SUMMARY:Doughnut &amp\; Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us immediately following the 10:30 am Mass for fellowship
and doughnuts.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:792201@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180624T130000
DTEND:20180624T235900
SUMMARY:Parish Picnic!!
DESCRIPTION:Fun and fellowship will take place at the YMCA Camp Ingersoll
(off Rt. 66 in Portland) beginning at 1pm and will conclude with the month
ly Teen Mass at 4pm. Bring a potluck item to share\, games and drinks prov
ided. Tickets are $6/person or $20/family (children under 6 are free). For
more information contact Frank Magnotta at 860-342-2191.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:721863@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180909T103000
DTEND:20180909T235900
RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;BYDAY=SU;BYSETPOS=2
SUMMARY:Children&apos\;s Liturgy of the Word
DESCRIPTION:All children are invited to participate in the children&apos\;
s Liturgy occurring during the Mass in an effort to make the Mass a little
more meaningful at their level\, while still helping them to grow in the
faith of the Catholic Church. Volunteer coordinators are always appreciate
d.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:721850@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180923T000000
DTEND:20180923T235900
RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;BYDAY=SU;BYSETPOS=4
EXDATE:20180624T000000
SUMMARY:Doughnut &amp\; Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us immediately following the 10:30 am Mass for fellowship
and doughnuts.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:609745@stmaryportlandct.org
DTSTART:20180930T103000
DTEND:20180930T235900
RRULE:FREQ=MONTHLY;BYDAY=SU;BYSETPOS=-1
SUMMARY:Children&apos\;s Liturgy of the Word
DESCRIPTION:All children are invited to participate in the children&apos\;
s Liturgy occurring during the Mass in an effort to make the Mass a little
more meaningful at their level\, while still helping them to grow in the
faith of the Catholic Church. Volunteer coordinators are always appreciate
d.
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR